Israeli defence chief challenges Netanyahu over post-war Gaza plans
Israel Defence Minister Yoav Gallant vowed to oppose any long-term military rule by Israel over the ravaged Palestinian enclave.
Thu May 16 2024
Myanmar's next election may not be nationwide, junta chief says
Military-ruled Myanmar still planned to return the country to democratic rule, said junta chief Min Aung Hlaing.
Mon Mar 25 2024
At least 22 people killed in suspected massacre at Myanmar monastery
Opponents of military rule said it was a massacre of civilians conducted by the army.
Fri Mar 17 2023
Pakistan's ailing former military ruler Pervez Musharraf dies in UAE
Pakistan's ailing former military ruler Pervez Musharraf has died in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Sunday at the age of 79.
Sun Feb 05 2023
Myanmar opium cultivation surging under military rule - UN report
The growth was "directly connected" to the political and economic turmoil in Myanmar since the military took power nearly two years ago.
Thu Jan 26 2023
Myanmar court sentences Suu Kyi to six years prison in corruption cases - Source
A court in military-ruled Myanmar finds Aung San Suu Kyi guilty in four corruption cases.
Mon Aug 15 2022
No Myanmar representation at ASEAN-led meeting, chair says
Myanmar's military rulers declined a proposal to send a non-junta representative instead.
Mon Aug 01 2022
Pakistan's former military ruler Pervez Musharraf in serious condition
Former Pakistan military ruler Pervez Musharraf, aged 78, is battling for his life in a hospital.
Sat Jun 11 2022
Myanmar's Suu Kyi awaits verdict in first corruption case
Myanmar's military-ruled country is scheduled to deliver a verdict in the first of multiple corruption cases against Suu Kyi today.
Mon Apr 25 2022
ASEAN appoints Brunei diplomat as envoy to Myanmar
Erywan has been tasked with ending violence in Myanmar, opening dialogue between the military rulers and their opponents in the crisis-torn country.
Wed Aug 04 2021
Isolated Myanmar calls for international help as COVID cases surge
Myanmar's military ruler is looking for greater cooperation with the international community to contain the coronavirus.
Thu Jul 29 2021
Eight reported killed as Myanmar protests aim to 'shake the world'
Myanmar security forces opened fire on some of the biggest protests against military rule in days on Sunday killing eight people.
Mon May 03 2021
In Myanmar, Easter eggs become symbol of defiance for anti-coup protesters
Despite the killings, protesters continue to turn out every day in towns big and small to reject the return of military rule.
Sun Apr 04 2021
Myanmar protesters voice defiance under cover of the night
Opponents of Myanmar's military rule, many in small towns across the country, staged candle-lit protests on Saturday night and into Sunday.
Sun Mar 21 2021
Myanmar's UN envoy dramatically opposes coup in his country
He represented Aung San Suu Kyi's "civilian government elected by the people" in November and supported their fight for the end of military rule.
Sat Feb 27 2021
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sat Oct 19 2024
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024